The average salary for Astronomers and Physicists in the United States is around $147800 per year.
In the United States, Astronomers and Physicists earn an average hourly wage of $71.06 and a mean annual wage of $147800.
$71.06
$147800
For Astronomers and Physicists positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $35.28 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $50.83 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $66.93, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $84.62. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $104.18 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Astronomers and Physicists roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $73380 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $105730 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $139220. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $176010, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $216690 per year.
$35.28
$73380
$50.83
$105730
$66.93
$139220
$84.62
$176010
$104.18
$216690
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)